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What is an Approved Driving Instructor (ADI)? An ADI is someone who has passed all three parts of the ADI qualifying test and is currently registered with the Driving Standards Agency (DSA). Before you can apply to join the ADI Register, a potential Driving Instructor must pass three qualifying tests: · a theory test · a driving ability assessment · a test of instructional ability You must also take a criminal record check before applying to start the qualifying process, as well as when you apply to renew your registration. If you want to become an ADI, you will need to apply to the Registrar before you start the qualifying tests. Once you have passed the second part of the qualifying examination - the driving ability assessment - you can apply for a trainee licence. This allows you to be legally paid for giving driving instruction, but you should not see it as an alternative to registering as an ADI. Once registered, a ADI must also pass special tests - 'check tests' - at certain intervals. These are to satisfy the registrar that the ADI still meets the DSA's standards for ability and fitness to give instruction.  How much will the ADI training cost?
We can now offer a comprehensive training package for Potential Driving Instructors (PDIs) - this includes all your exam fees, learning material, training and professional support for ONLY £1,850. Fees are paid to the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) for every attempt you make at each of the three parts of the ADI qualifying examination. A fee will also need to be paid if you want to apply for a trainee licence after passing the second test. We will only pay for the first attempt at each part of the qualifying process. Once you have passed all three parts of the examination, you must pay a registration fee to have your name entered on the Register. You will also have to pay for the renewal of your registration every four years.
|  Why Drive Safe UK? We offer a comprehensive training package and will support you fully during your change of career. We also provide you with teaching aids, which can be expensive and inadequate if sought independently. Do not purchase any lesson plans or teaching material until you have spoken to us. The ADI training is demanding and requires dedication and study between lessons, so you need to be prepared and committed to this type of career. You will also be expected to work some weekends and evenings. It's advisable to research the industry before committing yourself to any level of training or expenditure. Deciding which company to use will be the most important decision you will have to make. Qualifying can be relatively inexpensive, providing you make the right decisions from the outset. If you are considering a career as a driving instructor, don't commit to anything until you have spoken to Drive Safe UK. We'll provide you with free consultation and talk you through the pitfalls to avoid.  Driver licensing and other legal requirements for becoming an Approved Driving Instructor You will be accepted onto the Register of Approved Driving Instructors (ADIs) if you hold a full UK or European Union (EU)/European Economic Area (EEA) unrestricted car driving licence, have held it for a total of at least four out of the past six years prior to entering the ADI Register after qualifying, and you have not been disqualified from driving at any time in the four years prior to being entered in the register. If you hold an EU/EEA licence, you must exchange this either for a GB licence or a Community licence. |
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